NursingAssistants Online
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Nursing Assistant’s Online
How would you feel if you knew there was a place that you could go to to get feedback from people just like yourself? In the same profession as you? What if I said that you could vent out your day, ask questions, answer others’ questions and that you could do it anonymously and online?
There is a such place, and it’s called NursingAssitants.net. This is a website complete with various message boards pertaining to different topics that peak your interest. If you want to vent out your day, there’s a message board for it! If you want to ask a procedural question, there is a message board for that too! You simply post your question to the website and I guarantee you that in an hour or less you will receive instant feedback from Nursing Assistants all around the globe! You can also read what other’s have posted to the message boards and add a little feedback of your own.
The site also features articles of interest that pertain to the nursing and Nursing Assistant profession. You can read and learn about sanitation procedures, protective measures when working with a patient, long-term and assisted-living facilities, as well as home health and hospitals. You will also find articles on professionalism, work place issues, pay, laws and regulations. A great resource for any CNA that likes to keep up on what is going on in her world of care.
Nursing Assistants that use this website get a great sense of belonging and group support as they vent out their feelings and issues facing them in the nursing profession. They claim that they enjoy coming to their peers online and discussing their work place and the related with people that truly care and take an interest in improving the CNA work environment.
Some CNA’s have stated that the website gives them a sense of anonimity and freedom to say what is on their mind about the issues at work that they could not else discuss with their co-workers. Members of the site post help answers giving different opinions on what could be done to resolve issues troubling a CNA; how to handle it; who to report to; and what they would do if they were in the situation. Often CNA Members will post how they handled the problem in the past and what the outcome was. Then the CNA can pick and choose what answer best fits her situation and take it from there!
Having someone in this field that can identify with us and what we go through on a day-to-day basis is an absolute blessing. Rest assured, the CNA’s on the website are unlike co-workers who may tattle your feelings or what you say all over the facility. There is a level of trust online that you just cannot get anywhere else! It’s a great tool to have if you are in this profession!!
Don’t take just my word for how great NursingAssistants.net really is. Try it for yourself!! You will find that it’s a warm, welcoming, homey place just for you to learn and grow! Click this link right now http://nursingassistants.net/forum to start experiencing a whole new world of Nursing Assistants networking online!!
December 6th, 2004 at 1:54 pm
Welcome BlueUniform. And thanks for such a nice review of the site. I am pleased that you will be an author here. Hope to hear from you often!
December 7th, 2004 at 1:01 pm
looking over your sitewould like to knoe were i can get an online course for cna iI am located at long island ,new york
December 7th, 2004 at 9:52 pm
Francine, I don’t think there are any online places to become a CNA,you have to attend a class or at least take a challenge test.
December 9th, 2004 at 9:10 pm
Francine, There are places that will give you and online CNA course, but it is not worth anything. Every state that I know of requires you to have clinical hours as well as classroom hours before you can be certified as a CNA. I am a supervisor for the private duty register for a home health agency and we do not hire anyone who has gotten their certificate through a mail course or on line course. Hope this is helpful. Don’t waste your money.
December 11th, 2004 at 11:34 am
There are correspondence schools that offer Nurse Aide training. These schools do not, DO NOT, certify you as a CNA. This is only a training module for people that are interested in being caregivers for their own family or as a private sitter. This training module does not certify you to work in facilities, hospitals, or other agencies. You must take a state approved program through your community college or medical facility in which you complete the destined amount of clinical hours for your state and pass the state required examination to certify you as a CNA. I received an information packet from a correspondence school offering Nurse Assistant and I called them about the training course for a friend of mine. I asked the lady about the course and she told me that it does not say CERTIFIED NURSE ASSISTANT, only Nurse Assistant, so you are not being certified. They will only send you a diploma stating that you took the program through their school. If you are not interested in going to a community college or a facility to obtain your certification, and your state allows you to challenge the CNA test, you could take the correspondence course to familiarize yourself with procedures that you will need to know as a CNA and then use what you have learned to challenge the state test. That will end up costing you the price of the correspondence course plus the additional fees of the challenge test which will put you at about $1200. If you take the CNA program through your community college, you are looking to spend about $250.
BLUEUNIFORM
January 12th, 2005 at 11:47 am
I AM A STAY AT HOME MOTHER AND I WOULD LIKE TO TAKE ONLINE CLASSES TO BECOME A CNA .WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO GET STARTED?
January 12th, 2005 at 9:56 pm
I also am interested in taking on-line CNA classes. Although the course says you will recieve transcripts and a certificate, I am also wondering about how to become state certified. Do you have any information on this?
January 13th, 2005 at 9:43 am
Hi Cindy – have you received any direction? I’m looking for the same info…thanks!
January 13th, 2005 at 8:52 pm
You cannot get certified on line. There are no legitimate programs…be aware of this. You have to attend classes and take a state test…
Patti
January 19th, 2005 at 9:31 am
I was wandering can you take a class in
another in another state if you are not
a resident and apply for reciprocity in
the state you live in, for example the
state of georiga class and apply to
change over your liscense in the state you live in
Jennifer
January 19th, 2005 at 8:03 pm
No. This isn’t allowed.
January 23rd, 2005 at 8:32 pm
Hi, its jennifer again I read your response and I have another question what if a cna school from another state applied for distance learning lisecense in your state and you take the course and pass the course, but you recieve your lisence from the state that the school is lisenced in can you then apply for recoprocity
Jennifer Jenkins
January 24th, 2005 at 10:15 pm
Most states allow CNA’s to transfer their licenses-providing the CNA has passed a state given and supervised test that meets the requirements of the state one wishes to get a license from.
In my state-New Hampshire-an online course might be ok in Mass.-next state down from us. But it is not acceptable for NH-so an aide seeking to gain licensure in my state would have to take my state’s course and tests before getting licensed…Its a tough call to make when it comes to these online classes. I don’t know of ANY state that would accept it…
February 25th, 2005 at 3:30 pm
I am A CNA and wondering if I can work for myself?
March 22nd, 2005 at 1:31 pm
l live in new mexico and need to get my cna recertifcation i cant seem to get the help i need to do this. can you help thank you rose mary
April 13th, 2005 at 5:24 pm
Can someone please help me find a place I can get my CNA in Dallas Texas , or Austin Texas, I have looked everywhere. Or if you know of a online school to get it , please help thank you so much !!!
May 22nd, 2005 at 2:43 am
please advise of online training program for CNA
May 24th, 2005 at 10:54 am
WAS WONDERING IF ANYBODY KNEW ABOUT A PROGRAM THAT WOULD PROVIDE MONEY FOR ME TO COMPLETE CNA CLASS IN PEORIA
June 1st, 2005 at 12:12 am
I have been a CNA for 25 years,I would like to know ,if I could take home class or something to become a LPN.
June 12th, 2005 at 12:53 am
I need to hire a live in CNA for my father. Must be willing to travel, while his primary residence is CT, he also travels to NH and FL for a few months each.Email me
June 13th, 2005 at 11:29 am
I want to know how can I obtain a cna online, but i live in Georgia.
June 14th, 2005 at 9:00 pm
I am looking for some information on how to challange the CNA exam. I have been working as a HHA for 15 years and would like to get my CNA certification.
June 14th, 2005 at 9:02 pm
I live in St. Louis, Mo. and I want to challange the CNA Exam. I am employeed as a HHA right now, but I want to get Cetified. Thank You.
June 19th, 2005 at 11:22 pm
Is there anyone offering free cna training in michigan near Detroit
June 29th, 2005 at 11:25 pm
Is there a site online to transfer certification to another state and pay online for the fees?
June 30th, 2005 at 6:33 pm
I want to become a CNA, but cant find any programs around me, if anyone knows any programs in southern california please let me know
July 7th, 2005 at 10:11 am
Just wanted to refer the people asking about CNA classes to check with thier local community colleges. That is where I am taking my classes. Only 4 more weeks for me to go (I go two nights a week because I work fulltime during the day as it is).
Good luck to you all *S*
July 7th, 2005 at 6:20 pm
I currently live in N.Y but will be movin to Fl I would like to find out if I can work with a NY certificate or if i need to transfer to a Fl certificate, if so what is tha procedure.
July 13th, 2005 at 8:10 am
Would like to know what is best way to become an cna. I was thinking on line courses but after reading above not too sure this is best way to go. thank you
July 27th, 2005 at 8:05 pm
i currently live in s.c. but would like to transfer mycna certificate to ga. what is the procedure.send me tha packet at 538 fifth st. walterboro,s.c.29488
July 28th, 2005 at 9:42 am
I am looking for information on how to chllange the CNA exam. Any help would be great. Thanks!
July 28th, 2005 at 12:43 pm
Where can I find on-line classers for C.N.A,.?
August 1st, 2005 at 7:32 pm
I am looking to get my cna online can anyone help me? I dont have time to go to college, have a family and work full time
August 3rd, 2005 at 7:43 pm
I am in the Bay Area in California and I want to know who do I contact to challenge the CNA’s Exam. Do you know a website? address?
August 8th, 2005 at 3:16 pm
I received a CNA in Illinois and I am now living in Tennessee, will my CNA transfer or was it a waste of my time to pay for the class and test. Please help me, answer this question for me.
August 10th, 2005 at 4:41 pm
I live in Dallas and I have just received my CNA certificate but I’m having problems getting a job. Does anyone know of any Nursing Homes which are hiring CNAs in Dallas, Garland, Richardson or Plano in Texas? I wouldn’t mind working on weekend’s in private homes either. Please, someone help. Thanks.
August 15th, 2005 at 7:25 am
i want to get my CNA Licinces for Ga. i have them for Ill. but need them for Ga. i want to take the classes and test on line if i can. Thanks Susan
August 17th, 2005 at 5:56 pm
Can you help me with some information about getting my certification. I live in the state of GA and took a home study program in Nursing Assistant and don’t know how to go about getting my certification. Please help.
August 19th, 2005 at 8:58 pm
Dear Staff, I would like to know if there is a course taht I can take for wound CARE? I AM AN CNA.
August 23rd, 2005 at 11:41 am
I have read on here several questions about CNA certification, and where one can go to get this certification. I haven’t been able to find any responses, so, I will ask. I live in TN and I have been inquiring with some of the nursing homes and there classes have already started. The only hosptial that does training has a waiting list and I still haven’t heard anything. The Red Cross is to much for me right now. So, I am running out of options. I have found a web sight for St Augustine for online CNA classes, but, are those considered good enough to start your career in nursing? Any Info that you may have to help me out, would be appreciated. I am unemployed right now, and have known for my whole life that I was to be a nurse. Thank you for your help.
August 23rd, 2005 at 11:49 am
I also had a question about funding for the CNA classes and/or the things that we need to pursue my career. The unemployement office said that they can help with some but not all. I will still have to come up with uniforms and other required equipment. And I think that I have found the answer to my previous question about online classes, so please disregard that one. Thank you again, for your time and help.
August 23rd, 2005 at 3:04 pm
You can’t get certified on the internet. Part of the test is hands-on. You can call your local hospital or Nursing home to find out where to go, to get Certified, but you have to show proof of class(or online time) The final Certificate test requires written and hands on. Hope this helps
August 23rd, 2005 at 3:08 pm
Your local Nursing home facilities are willing to pay you to take the class while working on the floor for them.
August 28th, 2005 at 2:52 pm
I got my cna lisence in co. i am now residing in fl. how do i go about getting my lisence transfered over?
August 30th, 2005 at 8:44 pm
I was wondering if anyonr knows where one goes to get the Tn. CNA’s training. Also if you knew about how much it would cost,you can mail me at shelby_thorntonin yawho, thanks a bunch!!!
August 31st, 2005 at 6:35 pm
I wanted to know how I can check to see if my CNA liscense is still valid? Maybe there is a phone number I can call, or a website I can check?
Thank you,
Erin
September 19th, 2005 at 1:50 am
i was just wondering if you could tell me how to get my license transfered to oklahoma or minnesota…? Thanks, Amanda
September 20th, 2005 at 11:38 am
hello, i have finished my cna course here in new york, i did my internship and i feel i did a great job. not only that i feel very confident now on bedpan and occupied bed…i have taken 3 pre tests and did awesome…i want to go for my state test…i was wondering if someone could give me a feel of what to expect. i think a lot of people stress a lot about the state test. maybe we are over stressing? there are so many tiny things we might not do perfect or forget because of nerves..so we stress that they will fail us for that….maybe someone out there who is from ny or long island can give me and so many others a reality feel of what to expect when we go for our test…it would mean a great deal to me….thank u
September 21st, 2005 at 12:59 pm
Hello I am a victim of the Hurricane Katrina, in which i had to relocate to California. I had just finish my cna/pct course and just had sent off for my cna certificate but have not recieved it due to the hurricane. I would like to know how to go about getting it.
September 25th, 2005 at 11:06 pm
I was a CNA and CMA for about 6 yrs and after I was done with college I didn’t keep it up. I have not worked as a CNA for about 1.5 yrs and was looking into doing it part time. But I think I have let it expire. Is there a way that I can re-sign up for it or take just the test again without taking the whole class?
Please let me know!
Thank you
Cassandra
September 28th, 2005 at 12:35 pm
Hi There! My name is Heather and I had just moved to Minnesota from Kansas. Ive been a CNA for three years. But I dont know how I go about getting my CNA licence transfered from state to state and I was just wondering if someone could help me out. Please email me back if you know anyway you could help me. Thanks! Hforell86@yahoo.com, Heather
October 3rd, 2005 at 11:30 am
I HAVE BEEN NOT WORKING AS A C.N.A FOR AROUND 9 YEARS I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF I COULD RE-TAKE THE STATE TEST WITH OUT TAKING THE WHOLE CLASS AGAIN? PLEASE E-MAIL ME BACK I SEE OTHER’S HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM.
October 4th, 2005 at 1:03 pm
I am a college student. I am interested to take CNA courses.I live in Mckinney,Texas. DO you guys Know any Colleges within 45 Mins Drive from the area to take the course. What is the perspective of getting a job as soon as I complete this course. Can I study the course at home and take the test only or is it necessary to take the course. Since I will have to go to my college it would be easier if I could study at home. What do you recommend?
October 5th, 2005 at 5:13 pm
I just completed my CNA class but, I have worked as a Massage Therapist and Caregiver with Alzheimer’s patients for 20 yrs now.
While I was in my CNA class, I asked our instructor if it would be
ok to bring in “Herbal Tea” such as chamomile for the Alzheimer’s residents and she looked at me like i was a deranged guru.
I also noticed that there is no decafe coffee offered to these residents (at the facility I took my class and now am working)so, they are being hopped up on caffiene throughout the day.. coffee is served with breakfast automatically and lunch then dinner as ordered. I worked in a private care home setting with only alzheimer’s residents and where other caregivers had problems getting them to sleep or sundown less, I didn’t have too many problems once i began bringing herbal teas to work. I would brew a cup for each resident and offer it to them with their bedtime snack. I would wait and notice when they would become sleepy then walk with them to their room and give a nice ten minute back massage. I would say 80% of the time this worked marvelously! Just wanted to share this technique with you all and hope you can implement this safe and loving strategy into your caregiving. Feedback is always welcome, let me know how it works for you also.
October 7th, 2005 at 11:29 am
If anyone could help me to get a nursing/nursing assistant job in Long Island.
I have passed CGFNS and IELTS exam. Presently preparing for the NCLEX-RN exam in December.Green card holder and having 14 years (including 7 yrs. in Kuwait ministry of Health) experience in hospitals as a nurse.
October 8th, 2005 at 1:40 pm
I wanted to know if i passed my CNA exam in April and they havent send me my license do you know where I can contact them. I have asked them twice but I havent recieved anything.
October 27th, 2005 at 11:54 am
Can I get my Home Health Aid License online
October 29th, 2005 at 10:29 pm
Hello,
I would just like to respond to may questions concerning being a certified nursing assistant in one State and working in another State. In order to work in another State as a certified nursing assistant you would have to take only the State test not the classes to have your certification transfered to the State in which you live. You cannot live in one State and work in another State being a certified nursing assistant. Hope this answers a few questions. I am a certified nursing assitant I live in NC but will be moving to Texas so I will need to take the State test as well in Texas to have my certification transfered to be able to work in the State of Texas. Also if you don’t work in two years while you are certified you will loose your certification, would then have to take the class all over again to become re-certified.
November 4th, 2005 at 3:42 pm
Hello,
I would like to find out if there are any Certified Nursing Assistant programs in the Milpitas, CA area or Fremont, CA area. Kindly advise.
Best Regards,
Gina
November 13th, 2005 at 4:13 pm
Welcome to St. Augustine Educational Services Online!
There is online CNA available see
http://www.nursingassistant.us/?OVRAW=MCC%20CNA%20COURSE&OVKEY=cna%20course&OVMTC=advanced
November 14th, 2005 at 12:57 pm
im an RN from a different country-the Philippines, i would like to ask your assistance on how to go about taking the state board exam here in Georgia. Ive tried alot of web site but still didnt get me nowhere.
November 14th, 2005 at 5:55 pm
I am going to take the state test here In Orlando I am starting be very nervous. This is something that I know I am going to benefit. But when it comes to tests. I suck at it. What can do to avoid being nervous.
November 15th, 2005 at 11:57 am
I was a cna several years ago in Indiana. I would like to get my certification back in the state of Georgia. Do I have to retake the entire class and clinical hours or can I just take the exam?
November 16th, 2005 at 6:29 pm
I HAVEN’T WORK AS A CNA IN 8YRS,BUT I WANT TO RENEW MY CNA LICENSE. I HAVE DID 2 MONTHS OF VOLUNTEER SERVICE AS AN CNA IN A HOSPITAL. IS THAT ENOUGH TIME TO HAVE MY LICENSE REINSTATED? IF NOT WHAT DO I HAVE TO DO? PLEASE E-MAIL ME WITH THE RIGHT IMFORMATION OF WHAT I HAVE TO DO? THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME AND EFFORT TO HELP ME OUT!
ABBIE!
November 28th, 2005 at 1:42 pm
Hi I’m trying to find where to take cna classes, I called some nursing homes and they said that they stop doing them because people would promise to work there 6 month after certified and then get certified and leave. Any free cna classes in Dallas Texas or surrounding areas, please let me know asap.
December 6th, 2005 at 4:29 pm
i am a high school student that is trying my best to get my cna licence before I finish school. so that i know i will have a job
December 15th, 2005 at 1:01 pm
I WAS A CNA FOR MANY YEARS AND LET IT GO FOR PERSONAL REASONS. HOW CAN I GET RECERTIFIED ON LINE. FOR I DO NOT WISH TO GO THROUGH A CLASS ROOM?
December 15th, 2005 at 3:51 pm
EVERYONE!!! IF YOU WANT TO KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT TRANSFERING CNA LISCENCE, GETTING REGISTERED, OR ANYTHING ELSE GO TO
http://WWW.CNA-NETWORK.ORG GO THEN ON THE LEFT HAND SIDE TO NEW NA’S FAQS. THEN GO TO THE HOW TO FIND A NURSING ASSISTANT TRAINING PROGRAM AND CALL AND TALK TO ONE IN YOUR STATE.
IF YOU DO NOT KNOW WHAT TO DO, CALL AND TALK TO JENI GIPSON AT (330) 825-9342. SHE IS VERY NICE AND VERY HELPFUL.
December 19th, 2005 at 12:19 am
how do i get my certification number if i lived in louisiana but i stay in houston now
December 27th, 2005 at 9:48 pm
I was wondering how do I transfer my CNA license from Florida to Georgia. I live in Loganville.
December 29th, 2005 at 8:11 pm
yOU need to contact the State Board of Nursing, to transfer your cna certificate from one state to another. They will send you the information you need for “reciprocity”
Also, if you have let your certification exprie, you must go through training again, and get re-certified.
January 3rd, 2006 at 1:49 pm
Please I need your kind assistance with the adequate information on well accredited Distance learning/Correspondence Caregiver Training Schools.I wish to undergo an Online or Correspondence Training in Caregiving prior to my availability for Live-in Caregivers job Internationally.am currently in Nigeria,and I am a Bachelors Degree holder.I shall also be very grateful,if I colud be assisted in the area of obtaining Caregivers Volunteer job to stand as a means of training ,through your great organisation.Thanks
January 14th, 2006 at 12:31 am
hi i just completed my cna program and i am registured over in kentucky and want to registure in ohio can you please tell me how i am able to do this…. thanks
gregg
January 19th, 2006 at 7:24 pm
Hello, Can one transfer their CNA license to a different state than where it was originally issued? Nebraska to Texas?/ thank you
January 27th, 2006 at 6:32 pm
I would like to hire a CNA to provide services for my elderly mother. Must have training and/or experience in dealing with trach patients. My mother resides in Inkster, Michigan. Contact me at JBARRON04@AOL.COM or 313-658-3903
January 30th, 2006 at 8:40 pm
I haven’t taken the state exam yet for CNA certification, however I have completed my required hours of clinical time. I would like to know if there’s a time limit for taking the exam? So, can i take it ten years from now (not that I’m going to wait that long) and be within my rights.
January 30th, 2006 at 8:42 pm
Oh, I live in california~ Shi
February 5th, 2006 at 9:35 pm
Are there any CNA to LPN online progams in the state of Florida?
February 9th, 2006 at 2:46 pm
i was interested in being re-certified as a cna after being inactive
for about two years. I was active as a cna for about 7 years, so i’m looking forward too getting back. I received the letter too challenge
the test, but wanted too push up on some of the clinical skills, i’m
open too any suggestions! Thank you
February 11th, 2006 at 4:03 am
I am a CNA who is looking for a LPN course online. if anyone have any information please contact me at PrErics@aol.com
February 11th, 2006 at 5:18 pm
if u find any info can u please forward it to me as i have the same issue
February 12th, 2006 at 10:54 pm
Good luck in finding one, I hae looked, dont believe it is possible, you have to much clinical training as well as classroom…wish it were possible though…just to be able to do the classroom online would be a life saviour and then work the clinicals…good luck again
February 14th, 2006 at 6:38 pm
I need help in transferring my license from texas to georgia can you please assist me?
February 15th, 2006 at 6:55 pm
my email address is unt_honey@yahoo.com and i just wanted to ask if there is anyone that knows a nursing home that is willing to train young aspects to become a CNA. I am 21 and am really intrested in becoming a CNA.
February 15th, 2006 at 11:59 pm
Does anyone know where I could take a CNA test in Kentucky?
February 19th, 2006 at 7:34 pm
Does anyone know where or the web site i can get the questions and answers to the cna pratice test. i live in atlanta…..email me at tigerooh0644@yahoo.com thank you
February 21st, 2006 at 5:08 pm
WHO OFFERS CNA TRAINING PROGRAMS OR COURSES IN THE DALLAS TEXAS AREA
February 22nd, 2006 at 11:39 am
Check with State Labor Agencies and your local college
We have a WIA (Workforce Investment Agency) in DE that pays for your training and certification as long as you are willing to work for at least 3 months in the field
February 23rd, 2006 at 5:33 pm
I am trying to find some kind of financial help to take the CNA Class & Testing through the Red Cross in Michigna, does anyone know where I might be able to get some help with this I am very low income and with two yougn children. I am reaching out for guidance, any help is appreciated.
February 24th, 2006 at 5:38 pm
I recently received my CNA license as of October 1 2005. In the time between, i was working somewhere else and have moved. So, i have not actually worked as a CNA yet. However, is it still posible for me to transfer my license from the state of Kentucky to Virginia; where I moved just two weeks ago? How would i go about doing this? Who would i contact?